Paralegal, Transactions & Contracts

Job Description

A paralegal is needed to work under the direction of the Global Transactions Legal team at Pure Storage, focusing on coordinating legal documents, engaging with cross-functional teams for contract management, and providing general support to the legal team. The paralegal will handle all contract administration duties, managing the contract lifecycle for commercial contracts, including tracking, organizing, and maintaining contract databases.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with all aspects of contract management, including routing for signatures and maintaining contract management systems.
• Reviewing daily legal matters, including responding to requests regarding RFPs, NDAs, amendments to contracts, and Statements of Work.
• Tracking matter progression and maintaining records of the contract review process.
• Maintaining a legal repository/records and keeping an up-to-date and intuitive filing system.
• Assisting in building and improving contract review and approval workflows.
• Maintaining legal processes between the legal department and internal and external constituents.
• Guiding other business function/department members on the company's engagement and contracting process.
• Providing general support to the Legal Team in various business and legal matters.
• Identifying problems and proposing creative solutions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

Requirements Include:

• A Bachelor’s degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an top tier university.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on transactions and contracts, preferably in a technology company.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and understanding of legal principles.
• A thorough understanding of the contract management lifecycle, including contract review, approval, tracking, and close-out.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and contract management software such as SalesForce.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn new procedures and skill sets.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and contract databases.

Pure Storage Provides:

• Flexible time off
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored team events